2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Optima weights approximately 521 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus X (249 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2005 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus X | Optima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
